Current form: Swansea are trying to avoid a run of three straight defeats after coming unstuck against Norwich City in their last home outing in the league and Tottenham Hotspur in the last two weeks. They were in excellent form before that with three wins and a draw. Manchester United suffered a shock defeat at Norwich in November but bounced back from the set back with five straight victories, winning at the Etihad in a 3-2 win over rivals Manchester City the last time they went on the road.

Last time around: Swansea paid the price for a miss in front of goal by Scott Sinclair and a defensive lapse from Angel Rangel as they went down by the one goal to United last November.

Gallery: Swansea City 0-1 Manchester United

Then Swans boss Brendan Rodgers accused his side of showing Fergie's men too much respect in the first-half at a packed Liberty and although a much improved second-half display could have earned the hosts a share of the spoils, Javier Hernandez's strike 11 minutes in following a Ryan Giggs assist proved the difference. Swansea lost 2-0 at Old Trafford in the May return fixture with goals from Paul Scholes and Ashley Young.

Key Duel - Leon Britton v Wayne Rooney: With Rooney playing off front man Robin van Persie, his presence as the leading assist maker in the Premier League means Leon Britton will have to keep a defensive eye on the England superstar while also maintaining his role of getting Swansea settled on the ball.

The Gaffer - Sir Alex Ferguson: The doyen with more trophies to his name in a 26-year reign that most managers could dream of. Hugely respected with a tenacious appetite for success that shows no signs of easing, is known for demanding an attractive, expansive style of football to go with the wins he invariably picks up.

Player to watch -Ryan Giggs: This could be the United legend’s last appearance on Welsh soil after the 39-year-old admitted he does not yet know if he will continue playing next season but he proved last time he was at the Liberty he can still have a big influence on a game. For Swansea, Pablo Hernandez will be keen to make an impact.The Spanish winger hasn’t played since starring in the 3-1 win over West Bromwich Albion on November 27 but should return to the Michael Laudrup’s starting XI and his inclusion will be a massive boost for the Swans.

Did You Know? Days after Swansea survived a stay of execution at the High Court following a winding up order in 1986, Ron Atkinson sent his star-studded Manchester United side to the Vetch for a money-spinning friendly as a favour to caretaker Swans boss Tommy Hutchinson. Swansea lost but the money through the turnstiles s- estimated at £40,000 after an 18,000 gate - almost certainly saved the club from liquidation.

WalesOnline prediction: League leaders Manchester United will not want to slip up at the Liberty and with van Persie and Rooney in good form I think they’ll have too much for Swansea. A 1-0 away win.